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Jonah Coleman makes statement as Broncos RB of the future
Have the Broncos found their rushing attack?
Jonah Coleman
RB · DEN · 23 yrs · exp 0 · Washington
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#28
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RB · DEN
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Jonah Coleman totals 104 yards, scores in Week 8
Jonah Coleman rushed 11 times for 41 yards and one touchdown, while catching four of five targets for 63 yards in the Broncos' 28-24 win over the Chiefs in Week 8. Coleman led the Broncos' running backs in carries for the second straight game. More importantly, he out-touched J.K. Dobbins 15-7 and scored the game-winning touchdown with two minutes remaining. Coleman also had a 51-yard reception on the final touchdown drive. So, what does the Broncos' backfield look like after two games with Coleman back? He has 24 carries compared to 13 for Dobbins. Coleman has entered the weekly starter fantasy conversation
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Jonah Coleman - Makes strong case for top job
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Coleman carried the ball 11 times for 41 yards and a touchdown and caught four of five targets for 63 yards in Sunday's 28-24 win over Kansas City. With RJ Harvey (knee) on the shelf, Coleman saw a season-high 15 touches compared to J.K. Dobbins' seven, and the rookie was instrumental in the Broncos' fourth-quarter comeback. After a Harrison Butker missed field goal gave Denver great field position, Coleman was a one-man show on a two-play drive, taking a short pass from Bo Nix and turning it into a 51-yard gain, before punching in a five-yard TD on the other side of the two-minute warning. Dobbins will still mix in on early downs, but Coleman may have just seized control of the backfield for the Broncos. He'll look to solidify his spot in Week 9 against a Panthers defense that's among the worst in the league against the run
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Jonah Coleman Sees Increased Role in Win
Denver Broncos running back Jonah Coleman saw an increased workload during Sunday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Fellow back RJ Harvey (knee) was recently placed on the Injured Reserve, so Coleman moved into the No. 2 role in the backfield. The rookie back carried the ball 11 times for 41 yards and a touchdown in the win. He also hauled in four of his five targets for an additional 63 yards through the air. Coleman took advantage of his expanded role and figures to stay heavily involved going forward. The 23-year-old will likely take over Harvey's role as the primary receiving back in Denver. It wouldn't be shocking if Coleman jumps J.K. Dobbins on the depth chart soon. Coleman should be a safe flex option against the Carolina Panthers in Week 9
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Jonah Coleman Faces Workload Questions Despite Week 8 Opportunity
Jonah Coleman's workload and goal-line involvement remain uncertain despite his Week 8 opportunity
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Jonah Coleman Is Denver's Preferred Week 8 Flex
Denver Broncos running back Jonah Coleman should have more opportunities against the visiting Kansas City Chiefs in Week 8 with RJ Harvey ruled out. Coleman already led Denver's backs in his return from injured reserve last week, playing 30 of 61 offensive snaps and producing 69 scrimmage yards on nine carries and two catches. That was a 49% snap share, compared with 26% for Harvey and 23% for J.K. Dobbins. Harvey's absence creates room for Coleman to stay on the field more often, including in a passing game where Harvey has caught 25 passes this season. Coleman's two catches against Arizona offer some receiving upside, but the main reason to favor him is his larger share of Denver's snaps. Kansas City allowed Emanuel Wilson to run for 100 yards and a touchdown last week, although he needed 24 carries. Coleman handled half of Denver's 18 running-back carries against Arizona and is the preferred Denver option for a flex spot. Dobbins scored from the one-yard line against Arizona, leaving Coleman with competition for goal-line carries even as the overall rotation narrows
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Jonah Coleman - Increased usage on tap?
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Coleman said Friday that he'll be ready for a larger role if that's what the team needs in the absence of RJ Harvey, who has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Kansas City due to a knee injury, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports. Coleman already appeared to make his move last week during a 30-16 win over Arizona, playing 50 percent of snaps on offense while leading the Broncos in carries (nine) and rushing yards (54). Meanwhile, Harvey (25% snap share, five touches) and J.K. Dobbins (21% snap share, six touches) both scored touchdowns despite losing a lot of playing time to Coleman in the rookie's first game back from injured reserve. There's no assurance Coleman's role will continue to grow, but Harvey's upcoming absence -- be it for one game or longer -- does give Coleman a better chance to consolidate rushing and receiving work in Denver's backfield
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Jonah Coleman Making Case for Larger Backfield Role
Jonah Coleman's return from injury and increased workload in the Denver Broncos' backfield make him a priority waiver add in 10-team and deeper leagues
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FA: Jonah Coleman added
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Adds: Jonah Coleman
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Jonah Coleman a Priority Week 8 Waiver Add After Leading Broncos Backs in Snaps
Denver Broncos running back Jonah Coleman is a priority waiver addition in 10-team and deeper leagues ahead of a Week 8 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs after making a compelling case for more playing time in Sunday's 30-16 victory over the Arizona Cardinals, leading the team's backfield with 30 offensive snaps in his return from a four-game absence. Coleman rushed nine times for 54 yards and caught both of his targets for 15 yards, averaging 6.0 yards per carry. His 49% snap share exceeded those of RJ Harvey (26%) and J.K. Dobbins (23%), while his 13 pass routes also led Denver's running backs. Head coach Sean Payton praised Coleman's performance afterward, saying the rookie looked really good and needed more touches. Dobbins retained a goal-line role with a one-yard touchdown, while Harvey scored on a 52-yard reception, leaving the backfield distribution unsettled, but Payton's comments strengthen Coleman's case
RB · DEN
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Sean Payton says they need to get RB Jonah Coleman more touches
Broncos activate rookie RB Jonah Coleman, who led the team in rushing and is expected to receive more carries
analyst
Jonah Coleman Totals 69 Yards in Return
Jonah Coleman rushed nine times for 54 yards, while catching both of his targets for 15 yards in the Broncos' 30-16 win over the Cardinals in Week 7. Coleman returned from injured reserve and immediately led Denver's running backs with nine carries, averaging six yards per attempt. J.K. Dobbins still received the goal-line touchdown, and RJ Harvey scored through the air, but Coleman's usage in his first game back is difficult to ignore. He's worth rostering as Denver sorts out what could become a three-man backfield. Coleman is worth a start next week for Zero RB drafters
RB · DEN
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Jonah Coleman - Returning to action in Week 7
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Coleman (ankle) is listed as active Sunday at Arizona, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports. The Broncos placed Coleman on injured reserve just before Week 3 due to a sprained ankle, and with four absences under his belt after Week 6, the team designated him for return Wednesday. He then logged three consecutive full practices this week before being tagged as questionable Friday and being activated from IR on Saturday. Now that Coleman is in the clear to play in Week 7, his role may be muted with both J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey healthy at the moment
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Jonah Coleman Active for Week 7 Against Cardinals
Jonah Coleman is active for Week 7 after recovering from an ankle injury
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Revisiting the 2026 NFL Draft: Jonah Coleman is all Broncos have to show for their efforts
The Denver Broncos likely expected to get very little contributions from their rookie class after trading away significant draft capital, but even they may be surprised by just how little. Through six games, the sum of Denver's 2026 rookie class snap count is just 46, and the majority of those came on special teams. Who did the Broncos draft, and how have they fared? CBS Sports revisits the 2026 NFL Draft . Denver traded its first-round pick to Miami in exchange for wide receiver Jaylen Waddle . Waddle has 22 receptions for 228 yards and one touchdown through six games. With the selection acquired from the Broncos, the Dolphins moved up slightly and chose San Diego State cornerback Chris Johnson , who has played the lion's share of defensive snaps for the franchise. Onyedim has not yet played for the Broncos. The defensive line had been a position of strength for the team so far this season, but generally, players taken in the top 100 overall are expected to at least be part of the rotation. However, few players taken after Onyedim in the third round could have helped Denver right now. Perhaps Cowboys linebacker Jaishawn Barham or Patriots tight end Eli Raridon , but the options were limited so far. Coleman is the only draft pick who has played this season. He played 28 offensive snaps and nine special teams snaps over two games before succumbing to an injury. Prior to said injury, he offered glimpses of being able to handle the feature role: standing tall in pass protection, catching passes out of the backfield and showing patience in the run game. The Washington product could soon return from the injured reserve. Casey has served as depth along the offensive line and was never expected to be an immediate starter. Joly was left on the cutting room floor as Denver trimmed its roster to the 53-man limit. Miami claimed him on waivers, but he has played just five special teams snaps. Northern Arizona wide receiver Kolbe Katsis has been on the practice squad for the Broncos, but he was called into action and contributed on special teams against the Rams
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FA: Jonah Coleman added, KC Concepcion Jr. dropped
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Adds: Jonah Coleman. Drops: KC Concepcion Jr
RB · DEN
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Jonah Coleman - Activated from IR
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The Broncos activated Coleman (ankle) from injured reserve Saturday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports. Coleman is still questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, but his activation off IR indicates that he is on track to appear in his first contest since Week 2 against the Jaguars. With Tyler Badie (thumb) on injured reserve, Coleman will slot into the RB3 spot behind J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey, and Coleman should also be in the mix for return duties on kickoffs
RB · DEN
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Denver Broncos Activate Jonah Coleman from Injured Reserve
Broncos bring back RB Jonah Coleman from IR, adding him to the 53‑man roster for Week 7
RB · DEN
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Jonah Coleman Not a Realistic Starting RB in Potential Return
Coleman’s ankle injury keeps him questionable, limiting his role as Denver’s backup RB
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Broncos CB Patrick Surtain II is questionable
Patrick Surtain II, Jonah Coleman, Tyler Badie, Jonah Elliss, Talanoa Hufanga, Jaylen Waddle, and Riley Moss are listed as questionable or out for the week, affecting the Broncos’ depth at multiple positions
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